MetroHealth acquires Recovery Resources

The MetroHealth System is acquiring Recovery Resources, a community-based outpatient behavioral health services organization, in a move that will enable both parties to collaborate on behavioral health and addiction services, according to a news release.

MetroHealth patients have access to specialized care for behavioral health and addiction disorders from Recovery Resources professionals, and Recovery Resources clients will have access to MetroHealth services, including primary and preventive care.

"Partnering with Recovery Resources will help us expand our reach and breadth into Cuyahoga County to our region's most disenfranchised community," said Dr. Akram Boutros, MetroHealth president and CEO, in a prepared statement. "There is no time in our history where the need has been greater to battle addiction. The expertise and experience of Recovery Resources, coupled with MetroHealth's superior health care services for at-risk populations will enable us to connect with patients in ways that will impact our community for generations to come."

Recovery Resources, founded in 1955, will maintain its separate nonprofit status and operating structure under the MetroHealth umbrella, according to the release. The agreement stipulates that Recovery Resources board of directors will include some current Recovery Resources members along with those nominated by MetroHealth.

Both organizations share similar missions of serving Cuyahoga County's most vulnerable residents, according to the release.

"With the leadership and support of a strong board of trustees, Recovery Resources is committed to ensuring that individuals and families affected by mental health and addiction disorders are embraced by a care continuum that addresses both behavioral and physical health needs," said Pamela Gill, president and CEO of Recovery Resources, in a prepared statement. "We are excited to join with MetroHealth to build upon our existing primary care partnership and together create a comprehensive and holistic model for those we serve."